How to get from California & Harrison (North) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

From California & Harrison (North) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train

To get from California & Harrison (North) to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 7 bus from Harrison & California (East) station to Harrison & Western (East) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 49 bus and finally take the MD-W train from Western Ave station to Elgin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 34 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

94min$6.00

MD-W

Leaves from Harrison & California (East)

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
Harrison & California (East)
ID 17279
10 yd • 1 min
2
7
Wait for bus
7
Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne)
3
Ride to bus station
Harrison & Western (East)
ID 188
4 min
4
Walk to bus station
Western & Harrison (North)
ID 8373
30 yd • 1 min
5
49
Wait for bus
49
Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
6
Ride to bus station
Western & Hubbard (North)
ID 8384
7 min
7
Walk to train station
Western Ave
130 yd • 2 min
8
MD-W
Wait for train
MD-W
#2209| Big Timber
9
Ride to train station
Elgin
66 min
10
Walk to
Elgin IL USA
510 yd • 7 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from California & Harrison (North) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train via 7, X49 and MD-W

To get from California & Harrison (North) to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 7 bus from Harrison & California (East) station to Harrison & Western (East) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the X49 bus and finally take the MD-W train from Western Ave station to Elgin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 47 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

107min$6.00

X49

MD-W

Leaves from Harrison & California (East)

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
Harrison & California (East)
ID 17279
10 yd • 1 min
2
7
Wait for bus
7
Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne)
3
Ride to bus station
Harrison & Western (East)
ID 188
4 min
4
Walk to bus station
Western & Harrison (North)
ID 8373
30 yd • 1 min
5
X49
Wait for bus
X49
Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
6
Ride to bus station
Western & Grand (North)
ID 8385
7 min
7
Walk to train station
Western Ave
300 yd • 4 min
8
MD-W
Wait for train
MD-W
#2209| Big Timber
9
Ride to train station
Elgin
66 min
10
Walk to
Elgin IL USA
510 yd • 7 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from California & Harrison (North) to Elgin IL USA

The distance between California & Harrison (North), Elgin and Elgin IL USA, Elgin is approximately 35.7 mi, which can typically be travelled in 94 min. Moovit will show you the directions from California & Harrison (North) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elgin – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to California & Harrison (North)

California & Harrison (North) is located at California & Harrison (North), Elgin and the nearest public transit station is Harrison & California (East).

Chicago 'L' stations close to California & Harrison (North):

Western (Blue - Forest Park Branch)
Kedzie-Green
California-Green

Train stations close to California & Harrison (North):

Western Ave

Bus stations close to California & Harrison (North):

Harrison & California (East)
California & Harrison (South)
Harrison & California (West)

Public transit stations close to Elgin IL USA, Elgin

Elgin IL USA is located at Elgin IL USA, Elgin and the nearest public transit station is Douglas Ave & Highland Ave.

Train stations close to Elgin IL USA:

Big Timber
Elgin
National St

Bus stations close to Elgin IL USA:

Douglas Ave & Highland Ave
Highland Ave & Grove Ave
Center St & Division St

Related Routes

Alternative route from California & Harrison (North) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train via 7, X49 and MD-W

To get from California & Harrison (North) to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 7 bus from Harrison & California (East) station to Harrison & Western (East) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the X49 bus and finally take the MD-W train from Western Ave station to Elgin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 47 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

107min$6.00

X49

MD-W

Leaves from Harrison & California (East)

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
Harrison & California (East)
ID 17279
10 yd • 1 min
2
7
Wait for bus
7
Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne)
3
Ride to bus station
Harrison & Western (East)
ID 188
4 min
4
Walk to bus station
Western & Harrison (North)
ID 8373
30 yd • 1 min
5
X49
Wait for bus
X49
Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
6
Ride to bus station
Western & Grand (North)
ID 8385
7 min
7
Walk to train station
Western Ave
300 yd • 4 min
8
MD-W
Wait for train
MD-W
#2209| Big Timber
9
Ride to train station
Elgin
66 min
10
Walk to
Elgin IL USA
510 yd • 7 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from California & Harrison (North) to Elgin IL USA?
The fastest way takes 94 minutes, using Bus line 7, Bus line 49, Train line MD-W.
What is the alternative route to get from California & Harrison (North) to Elgin IL USA?
The alternative route takes 107 minutes, using Bus line 7, Bus line X49, Train line MD-W.
Is there a direct bus between California & Harrison (North) and Elgin IL USA?
No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 34 min.
Which bus line goes from California & Harrison (North) to Elgin IL USA?
The 7 bus line goes from Harrison & California (East) station near California & Harrison (North) in Chicago to Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne) station near Elgin IL USA in Elgin.
How long does it take to travel from California & Harrison (North) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?
The total travel time between California & Harrison (North) in Chicago and Elgin IL USA in Elgin by bus and train is about 1 hr 34 min.
Where do I get on the bus near California & Harrison (North) to get to Elgin IL USA?
Get on the 7 bus from the Harrison & California (East) stop near California & Harrison (North) in Chicago.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between California & Harrison (North) and Elgin IL USA?
Get off the bus at the Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne) station, which is closest to Elgin IL USA in Elgin.
How much is the total bus and train fare from California & Harrison (North) to Elgin IL USA?
The ride from California & Harrison (North) to Elgin IL USA costs $6.00.

Last updated on February 18, 2026

How to get from California & Harrison (North) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

From California & Harrison (North) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train

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Alternative route from California & Harrison (North) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train via 7, X49 and MD-W

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Public transit directions from California & Harrison (North) to Elgin IL USA

Public transit stations close to California & Harrison (North)

Public transit stations close to Elgin IL USA, Elgin

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Alternative route from California & Harrison (North) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train via 7, X49 and MD-W

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